shaped by sea and stones
Fishbone House is a private house built around light, air, and gathering.
Four bedrooms, generous living spaces, and quiet corners unfold over several levels.
All shaped by Swahili craftsmanship and to the rhythm of the island.
Fishbone house
Shela, Lamu Island, Kenya
Bedrooms: 4 double with ensuite bathroom
Bathrooms: 4
Persons: 1 – 8
The house offers four bedrooms, divided over the first and second floors, two on each level. The rooms are spacious, calm, and detailed with carved wood and coral stone.
Each room includes: en-suite bathroom, traditional Lamu four-poster bed, mosquito nets, a dressing table, ceiling fan.
The Bedrooms
All bathrooms are private and thoughtfully finished, offering comfort and simplicity in keeping with the house’s character.
Rooms and bathrooms are cleaned daily, allowing you to settle in without distraction.
At the heart of the house lies the courtyard, shaded and calm. A large dining table welcomes up to eight guests, made for long breakfasts and slow dinners.
On the rooftop, a second dining table offers views over Shela’s rooftops.
The Courtyard & rooftop
The kitchen is fully equipped for easy island living with a cooker, fridge, freezer and all other kitchen utensils.
Whether you prefer to cook yourself or leave it to others, the house adapts to your rhythm.
Breakfast can be arranged if you like (not included in the stay), and a private chef can be booked through Fishbone House to prepare fresh meals in the comfort of the house — from long lunches to candlelight dinners at the courtyard.
The kitchen
rates
Rates are for the whole house and per night, for a maximum of 8 guests. The prices don’t include transfers, breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Low season (February - June): € 165,00 per night
Mid Season (July - November): € 175,00 per night
High season (December - January): € 195,00 per night
Christmas season (21/12 – 05/01): €225, 00 per night
Long term rentals are also available on request.
Your Questions, Answered
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Breakfast and dinner are not included as standard.
However, both can be prepared for you upon request. Mornings begin gently with fresh, local flavours, and in the evening dinner can be served at the courtyard. Simply let us know in advance. -
The ocean is just 150 metres away.
A short walk through Shela’s narrow sandy lanes brings you to the beach within minutes. -
Transfers can be arranged for you. We will organise a boat to collect you from Manda Airport and bring you to Shela.
Whether you arrange your own transfer or travel with ours, once you arrive in Shela we will be there to welcome you, help with your luggage, and guide you through the village to the house.
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Both bedrooms and bathrooms are cleaned daily, so you can return to a calm and comfortable space.
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Yes. If you’d like to have your laundry done, simply let us know during your stay. The usual charges will apply.
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Ofcourse. If you would like guidance on what to do, we are always here to help.
From dhow trips to sunset sails and island explorations, we can recommend and arrange experiences for you.